To be honest, it can be a little overwhelming, which is why John gives people a chance to get out here early to call dibs.

“One of the things that makes us unique is the pre-tagging concept,” he said. “People can come out here in October, and spend an afternoon in October, when the sun is shining and take their time and select the perfect Christmas tree.”

But it’s more than the trees. There are wagon rides, cookies baked on an old wood stove, plus some familiar holiday faces.

“Santa Claus is the big draw because this is the authentic Santa Claus,” he said.

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Matt Brickman puts on makeup and points at numbers on WCCO This Morning, Monday through Friday. Growing up in New England, Matt actually prefers winter to summer so Minnesota is a great fit. Matt came to the Midwest to attend the University of...